Cicatricial lagophthalmos unsp eye, unspecified eyelid

This code signifies an inability to fully close the eyelid due to scarring, affecting an unspecified eye and an unspecified eyelid. This cicatricial (scar-related) condition can lead to corneal exposure and potential damage if left untreated.

Use this code when documentation indicates lagophthalmos caused by scar tissue, and the specific eye (right or left) and eyelid (upper or lower) are not specified. This is often seen in cases of trauma, burns, or prior surgeries where the exact location of the scar is not precisely documented.

• Avoid using this code if the laterality (right or left eye) or specific eyelid is documented; instead, use a more specific code from the H02.21- subcategory.
• Ensure the documentation clearly states "cicatricial" or indicates scarring as the cause of the lagophthalmos.
• Consider co-reporting codes for underlying causes of the scarring, such as burns (T20-T28) or trauma (S00-S09), if applicable and documented.